King

The King of Hearts timidly defended Alice to the Queen, then later took an interest in the Cheshire Cat, ordering its removal. He argued that anything with a head could be beheaded and ran about looking for the Cat after it vanished.

The King of Hearts, after the Queen's many sentences during the croquet game, said in a low voice to the company generally, 'You are all pardoned.'

The King acted as judge, wearing his crown over a wig. He cross-examined the Hatter and the cook, frequently threatening execution, and called for the next witness after the cook disappeared.

The King insisted the trial could not proceed until the jury was restored, questioned Alice, and corrected his remark about importance after the White Rabbit's interruption. He cited Rule Forty-two to expel tall persons, interpreted the verses as incriminating evidence against the Knave, asked the Knave if he could swim, and repeatedly ordered the jury to consider their verdict.